Respect to HIV victims.

Positive Lives focuses on the human stories of those at the heart of the HIV and AIDS pandemic. By sharing these stories we hope to face and challenge the myths and prejudices about HIV. Effective prevention and care for those affected by HIV are essential if this devastating epidemic is to be contained. The courage and commitment of the individuals pictured cannot be underestimated. They are prepared to share their stories in order to save lives. Positive Lives respects the rights of those who are positive, no image or text is used without the full understanding and permission of those involved.

The original Positive Lives project was launched in the UK. Chapters for Bangladesh and India were curated by Drik. Later Drik has been involved in the Malaysian chapter as well as in the international and regional tour of the exhibition. The project involves photographers from the Network Photographers Agency in the UK as well as Eugene Richards and Shahidul Alam. It has been supported by the Terrence Higgins Trust, the Elton John AIDS Foundation and Levi Strauss Foundation.